Week Ahead 26 September – 1 October 2025

 Dear Friends

15 Days to the 40th Anniversary!

Srila Prabhupada's 50th Anniversary Bus Tour
With His Grace Kshudi Das, His Grace Medhavi Das, and His Grace Srutakirti Das
Saturday • 4 October • 9am
“My lord, devotees like your good self are verily holy places personified. Because you carry the Personality of Godhead within your heart, you turn all places into places of pilgrimage.” SB 1.13.10 When Srila Prabhupada visited Durban 50 years ago, he went on morning walks, gave talks, and stayed at a rented house. Join us on a memorial tour of these holy places. We have planned a wonderful tour in comfort and association. We will chant together, reminisce together, and honour prasad together. There will also be a historic quiz with prizes!
For registration: +27 61 735 3515 or click here.
Route:
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple
Luxmi Narayan Hall, Mobeni Heights
97 Devon Terrace, Westville
Reservoir Hills Hindu Seva Samaj
UKZN Westville Campus
Durban Beachfront
Old Fort Road Park
Durban City Hall
Japanese Gardens, Durban North
Lunch will be served at the Japanese Gardens (2pm).

Celebrate 40 Years of Devotion with a Timeless Keepsake
To mark the 40th Anniversary of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath, the Temple proudly unveils its first-ever Commemorative Coin Collection—a rare and elegant tribute to this sacred milestone. Available in gold, silver or bronze plating, each coin comes encased in a premium collector’s box. This exclusive release is more than a memento—it’s a piece of spiritual history to cherish for generations. Limited quantities available. Secure yours today and honour this divine legacy forever.
Bronze – R1508
Silver – R2508
Gold – R4508
Full Set – R8008
Purchase your coin/s here.
Queries: Bhakti Katha Dasi 061 464 5327 or bhakti@iskcondurban.net

Anniversary Maha Abhisheks
There will be three spectacular abhisheks honouring this momentous occasion:
1. Srila Prabhupada's Commemorative 50th Anniversary Maha Abhishek
Saturday • 11 October • 3pm
Donation: R258
This includes a clay pot that you will use to personally bathe Srila Prabhupada. Personalise your offering: you are invited to collect your claypot on Sunday, October 5th, between 11am and 1pm to take home to decorate.
2. Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Maha Amrita Abhishek
Saturday • 11 October • 2:30pm
Donation: R508
3. Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Maha Pushpa Abhishek
Sunday • 12 October • 1pm
Donation R208
Book your Maha Abhishek/s here

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Women's Forum presents
Living with the Divine: Integrating Deity Worship into Daily Life
With Her Grace Vishaka Devi Dasi
Saturday • 4 October • 4pm
Vishaka Devi is dedicated to the Deity Care Department at ISKCON Vrindavan. She will share with us how to make deity worship part of your everyday life, thus capturing the Lord in your heart. She will cover simple to elaborate offerings both at home and at the Temple. This presentation is open to all – beginners and experienced devotees. Register here.

Kartik – The Month of Damodar
7 October – 5 November
Deity Seva
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Anniversary
Mother Yasoda & Lord Damodar garlands – R250
Vaishnava Seva
Offering of names – R108
Ghee lamps – R558/day
Evening Prasad – R758/day
Please WhatsApp 063 297 4398 for bookings.

Week Ahead

Saturday 27 September
Transcendental Diaries @7:30am
by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami

Sankirtan Festival @9am
Meet at Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Book Office. Book packs, teams, and spots will be provided. Return at 2:00pm for realisations and the special feast. Register with Radha Raman Das: 076 587 9558 before Friday, 26 September.

Sunday 28 September
Caitanya Caritamrta Class @7:30am
by His Grace Ramvijay Das

Love Feast @11am
Vaishnava Aparadha: The Mad Elephant Offence
with Her Grace Champakalata Devi Dasi

Monday 29 September
Unit 6/7 Nama-hatta @7pm
Video lecture by Srila Prabhupada
Venue: Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Reminders

2026 Calendar Out Now!
The A2 four-page wall calendar is out now. You may purchase your copy from the Book Table or Radhanath's Gifts. Cost: R60 each.

Govinda's Extended Trading
17 September – 17 October
We’ve extended our trading hours – just for you!
Deliciously hearty, sattvic, and wholesome meals.
You can also save time by ordering through WhatsApp 078 849 4291 – quick, simple, and hassle-free.
Just order, pick up, and pay – dinner sorted!
Mondays – Saturdays: 9:30am – 6pm
Sundays: 9:30am – 3pm

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
To book:
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead 18-24 September 2025

Dear Friends

23 Days to the 40th Anniversary!

ISKCON Inaugural Conference on Sustainability 2025
The UN SDGs & Social Transformation
Creating a Unified Foundation for Sustainable Development in South Africa
Friday, 26 September 2025 • 9:00 AM
Senate Chambers, UKZN Westville Campus
You are cordially invited to attend the ISKCON Inaugural Conference on Sustainability 2025, hosted in partnership with the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) School of Commerce.

Held in commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada’s historic visit to South Africa, this landmark event reflects a shared commitment to meaningful community engagement and sustainable development.

Under the theme “Creating a Unified Foundation for Sustainable Development in South Africa,” the conference will explore the intersection of community movements, ethical leadership, and cultural collaboration in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). Through a multidisciplinary lens, participants will engage in dialogue and strategy-building around transformative social impact.

Admission is free, and all registered attendees will receive complimentary breakfast and lunch. Please register here. Join us for a day of insight, inspiration, and collective action toward a more sustainable future.

Govinda’s Extended Trading
17 September – 17 October
We’ve extended our trading hours – just for you!
Deliciously hearty, sattvic, and wholesome meals.
You can also save time by ordering through WhatsApp 078 849 4291 – quick, simple, and hassle-free.
Just order, pick up, and pay – dinner sorted!
Mondays – Saturdays: 9:30am – 6pm
Sundays: 9:30am – 3pm
Wednesday, 24 September (Public Holiday): 9:30am – 6pm

Celebrate 40 Years of Devotion with a Timeless Keepsake
To mark the 40th Anniversary of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath, the Temple proudly unveils its first-ever Commemorative Coin Collection—a rare and elegant tribute to this sacred milestone. Available in gold, silver or bronze plating, each coin comes encased in a premium collector’s box. This exclusive release is more than a memento—it’s a piece of spiritual history to cherish for generations. Limited quantities available. Secure yours today and honour this divine legacy forever.
Bronze – R1508
Silver – R2508
Gold – R4508
Full Set – R8008
Purchase your coin/s here.
Queries: Bhakti Katha Dasi 061 464 5327 or bhakti@iskcondurban.net

2026 Calendar Out Now!
The A2 four-page wall calendar is out now. You may purchase your copy from the Book Table or Radhanath’s Gifts. Cost: R60 each. 

Week Ahead

Saturday 20 September
Transcendental Diaries @7:30am
by His Grace Raghava Caitanya Das

The Bhaktivedanta College of Education & Culture presents
Self Care Course • 1-5pm 
Based on His Grace Mahatma Prabhu’s (ACBSP) course.
Facilitated by His Grace Vrsabhanu Das (Sridham Mayapur, India)
Self-care means to accept everything beneficial for our material, emotional and spiritual well-being and to reject everything harmful. This includes harmful thoughts, words & actions.
Entry is free but registration is essential. Registration closes on Friday, 19 September at 10am. Please register here.
Lunch is included and will be served between 2pm-2:30pm

Sunday 21 September
Caitanya Caritamrta Class @7:30am
by His Grace Jaisacinandana Das 

Love Feast @11am
Self Care
with His Grace Vrsabhanu Das 

Monday 15 September
Unit 6/7 Nama-hatta @7pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
with His Grace Alanath Das
Venue: Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Reminders

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
To book:
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead 11-17 September 2025

Dear Friends

30 Days to the 40th Anniversary!

40th Anniversary Commemorative Coin
In honour of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath’s 40th Anniversary, the Temple is delighted to present, for the very first time, an exclusive Commemorative Coin Collection—a rare keepsake to mark this sacred celebration.

Officially launching during the grand anniversary festivities (11th & 12th October 2025), this beautifully crafted coin is a limited-edition treasure. Each coin features an elegant and spiritually rich design on both sides, depicting Sri Sri Radha Radhanath, Srila Prabhupada, and the official 40th Anniversary emblem—capturing the essence of devotion and the legacy of the Temple. The coins are plated in gold, silver, or bronze. Encased in a premium collector’s box, this coin is more than a memento—it is a timeless symbol of your connection to the Temple, a piece of history to be cherished for generations.

With only a limited number available, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a part of our Temple’s spiritual journey. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this historic moment. Secure your commemorative coin today—and keep the divine memory alive forever.
Bronze – R1508
Silver – R2508
Gold – R4508
Full Set – R8008
Purchase your coin/s here.
Queries: Bhakti Katha Dasi 061 464 5327 or bhakti@iskcondurban.net

2026 Calendar Out Now!
The A2 four-page wall calendar is out now. You may purchase your copy from the Book Table or Radhanath’s Gifts. Cost: R60 each. 

Devotee Kitchen Fundraiser
Sunday • 14 September • 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Frozen Banana Koftas 250g: R35
Frozen Cauliflower Koftas 250g: R35
Stoneground Bread: R35
Granola 500g: R100
Savoury Muffins: 2 for R35
Dokra 4 pieces: R35
Carob/Choc Mini Heart Cake: R35
Fresh Cream & Caramel Tartlets: 2 for R35
To avoid disappointment please order by midday on Friday, 12th September with: Sukumari 076 201 5948 or Nikunja Seva 073 176 6552.

The Bhaktivedanta College of Education & Culture presents
Self Care Course 
Based on His Grace Mahatma Prabhu’s (ACBSP) course.
Saturday • 20 September • 1-5pm 
Facilitated by His Grace Vrsabhanu Das (Sridham Mayapur, India)
Self-care means to accept everything beneficial for our material, emotional and spiritual well-being and to reject everything harmful. This includes harmful thoughts, words & actions.
Entry is free but registration is essential. Please register here.
Lunch is included and will be served between 2pm-2:30pm

Week Ahead

Saturday 13 September
Srila Prabhupada’s Arrival in the USA.
Transcendental Diaries @7:30am
by Her Grace Gaura Premi Devi Dasi 

Maha Harinam in Umzinto @10am
Prasad will also be distributed.
Area: Roshan Heights
Queries: Virabhadra 071 870 0588 or Pancamrta 084 441 5647

Sunday 14 September
Caitanya Caritamrta Class @7:30am
by His Grace Sakshi Gopal Das 

Love Feast @11am
Coming Back: Life After Death
with His Holiness Jayadvaita Swami

Monday 15 September
Unit 6/7 Nama-hatta @7pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
with His Grace Bhakta Shalendra
Venue: Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Wednesday 17 September
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes. 

Thursday 18 September
Break Fast 5:50 – 9:50

Reminders

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
To book:
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead 4-10 September 2025

Dear Friends

37 Days to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple's 40th Anniversary!

2025 Sri Radhashtami Festival Stats
2,100 Plates of prasad were distributed
1,300 Cakes, Cupcakes & Treats offerings
94 Deity Seva sponsorships
93 Maha Abhishek sponsorships
55 Flower Bouquets
37 Birthday Cards
25 Gifts

Bhadra Purnima
4 Days to Go to Goloka!
Sunday 7 September
What is so special about Bhadra Purnima?
“If on the full moon day of the month of Bhadra one places Srimad Bhagavatam [SB] on a golden throne and gives it as a gift, he will attain the supreme transcendental destination.” SB 12.13.13

Three possible ways you can “attain the supreme transcendental destination.”
Gift a set to a family member or a friend.
Contribute ANY amount towards a set.
Donate a set to an institution – such as a library, university or workplace. You can donate to the school you attended or the library in your area – in that way give back to your own community.
Club together 5-6 family & friends and together sponsor a set.

Payment options – we’ve come up with affordable ways to sponsor a set.
Once-off = R3400
Over three months = R1134
Over six months = R567

Special Blessing
The Bhagavatam sets will be offered on the altar. 

Special Delivery
We can arrange for your set to be delivered on Bhadra Purnima. 

Contact Radha Raman on 076 587 9558 or Radha Damodar on 079 888 5643 or Induprabha on 083 232 2757, or email sankirtanoffice@iskcondurban.net

2026 Calendar Out Now!
The A2 four-page wall calendar is out now. You may purchase your copy from the Book Table or Radhanath’s Gifts. Cost: R60 each. 

Week Ahead

Thursday 4 September
Sri Vamana Dvadasi: Appearance of Lord Vamanadev
(Fast was observed on Wednesday, 3 September)
Srila Jiva Gosvami’s Appearance Anniversary

Friday 5 September
Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakur’s Appearance Anniversary 
Fast until midday.
Festival Schedule
11:30am Kirtan
11:45am Special Class by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
12:30pm Raj Bhoga Arati & Kirtan
1:00pm Pusha-puja & Guru-puja

Saturday 6 September
Transcendental Diaries @7:30am
with His Grace Swarup Damodar Das

Verulam Festival of Chariots @10am 
Venue:48 Todd Street/Verulam Road (CBD)
The parade starts at the corner of Wick Street & Todd Street (opposite Verulam Fruit & Veg Store/Asmalls Clothing/ Verulam Westham Bakery)
Free Bus Service
A bus will depart from Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple at 8am.

Sunday 7 September
Sri Bhadra Purnima
Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada accepting sannyasa
3rd Month of Chaturmasya begins (Fast from milk for one month.)

Caitanya Caritamrta Class @7:30am
with His Grace Virabhadra Das

Love Feast @11am
Bhadra Purnima Festival
with His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami

Monday 25 August
Unit 6/7 Nama-hatta @7pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
with His Grace Bhakta Nischay
Venue: Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Reminders

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
To book:
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

How to Connect to the Temple?

031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net 

Sri Radhashtami 2025 Festival Guide

Dear Friends

“Srimati Radharani is a tenderhearted feminine counterpart of the supreme whole, resembling the perfectional stage of the worldly feminine nature. Therefore, the mercy of Radharani is available very readily by the sincere devotees, and once She recommends such a devotee to Lord Krishna, the Lord at once accepts the devotee’s admittance in His association.” (Srimad Bhagavatam 2.3.23, purport) 

Serve Sri Radha on Sri Radhashtami
Maha Abhishek
Your opportunity to assist the pujaris of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath to bathe the Deities on the holy occasion of Sri Radhashtami. Book here or contact Bhakti Katha 061 464 5327 (WhatsApp only) or bhakti@iskcondurban.net for queries. The sponsorship is R508. 

Birthday Cards & Flower Bouquets for Srimati Radharani
Personal offerings of cards and/or flower bouquets to Srimati Radharani at 9:30am and again at 4:15pm.

Sri Radhashtami Festival Guide
Saturday 30 August
Special Festival Class @7:30am
by His Holiness Bhakti Brhad Bhagavata Swami

Sri Radhashtami Sankirtan Festival @9am
Meet at 9am at the Book Office. The Sankirtan Festival is a great way to celebrate the appearance anniversary of Srimati Radharani, the topmost sankirtan devotee. The festival culminates with realisations and a lunch feast at 2pm. Register with Radha Raman Das: 076 587 9558 before Friday, 29 August.

Radhashtami Sale @Radhanath’s Gifts
Up to 40% off selected women’s and children’s clothes.
From Thursday, 28 August until Sunda,y 31 August.

Sri Radhadashtami Boat Festival
12:00pm Kirtan
3:00pm Srila Prabhupada’s Guru-puja
3:15pm Special Class: Boating Pastimes in Vrindavan by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
4:15pm Arati & Kirtan
4:25pm Adivas Ceremony
4:30pm Boat Festival
5:30pm Prasad
6:30pm Kirtan (until 9:30pm)

Sunday 31 August
Sri Radhashtami –
Appearance Anniversary of Srimati Radharani
Fast until midday.
4:30am Mangal Arati & Kirtan
Darshan of the Deities in their 1st new outfit
7:15am Srila Prabhupada’s Guru-puja
7:30am Greeting of the Deities in their 2nd new outfit
7:30am Class by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
9:30am Birthday Offerings to Srimati Radharani
Personally offer a card or flower bouquet to Srimati Radharani.
10:00am Special Cake Offering
40th Anniversary Special Announcement
Note: In order to comfortably accommodate everyone, the festival will be hosted in the marquee in the main parking.
10:30am Maha Abhishek
11:20am Class by His Holiness Bhakti Brhad Bhagavata Swami
12:20pm Everybody makes their way to the temple
12:30pm Rajbhoga Arati & Kirtan
1:30pm Prasad Feast
Note: Serve out will be from the prasad marquee and dining in the main marquee. 
3:00pm Kirtan
4:15pm Arati & Kirtan
Darshan of the Deities in their 3rd new outfit
Personally offer a card or flower bouquet to Srimati Radharani.
4:30pm Class by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
5:30pm Maha Cake & Hot Drink Prasad 

Reminders

Extension for Submission of SSRRT Memoirs
To celebrate our 40th Anniversary, we invite you to share your service history, impressionable remembrances, and recollections. This is your personal memoir to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. No service is too small or insignificant. All submissions will be collated into an online publication in time for the 40th Anniversary Celebrations (11 & 12 October 2025). Submissions close on Sunday, 31 August 2025. Submit using the link at the end of this email.

2026 Calendar Out Now!
The A2 four-page wall calendar is out now. You may purchase your copy from the Book Table or Radhanath’s Gifts. Cost: R60 each. 

Bhadra Purnima – Go to Goloka!
Wednesday 7 September
Please see the poster for full details.
Contact Radha Raman 076 587 9558 or Radha Damodar 079 888 5643 or
Induprabha 083 232 2757 or sankirtanoffice@iskcondurban.net

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
To book:
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead 21-27 August 2025

Dear Friends

With a heart full of gratitude, I offer my sincerest thanks to each of you for your joyful presence, loving service, and heartfelt participation in celebrating the divine appearance of Lord Krishna at the Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple.
Festivals like Janmashtami are a divine opportunity to deepen our devotion and receive the Lord’s mercy. When we come together to serve with sincerity, that mercy flows abundantly—awakening joy, love, and spiritual strength in our hearts.

The success of this festival was made possible by your dedication, sacrifice, and unity. Your contributions—whether seen or unseen—are deeply appreciated and will surely bring blessings to you and your families.

May the joy of Janmashtami stay with you always, and may Lord Krishna continue to guide and bless you. For your pleasure, please find below the festival statistics report. 

I look forward to serving together again soon.

Yours in the service of Lord Krishna,
Devadeva Das
Temple President

2025 Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival Stats 
28,000 Plates of prasad were distributed
10,000 Incense, fruit & flower offerings
850 Learners attended the Youth Fest
700 Senior citizens attended the Senior Janmashtami Fest
575 People completed the Janmashtami Challenge
320 People attended Bhakti Theatre’s Campfire Kirtan
300 Volunteers on Janmashtami
200 Deity seva sponsorships
200 Volunteers preparing Srila Prabhupada’s Vyasa-puja feast
175 Srila Prabhupada books were distributed
135 Guest program sign-ups
130 Maha Yagna participants
100 Children attended Krishna’s Birthday Party
68 Maha Abhishek sponsorships
39 Nitya Seva subscribers
28 Audio & video sets of Srila Prabhupada’s Vani distributed
20 Hours of kirtan in the Temple

Extension for Submission of SSRRT Memoirs
To celebrate our 40th Anniversary, we invite you to share your service history, impressionable remembrances, and recollections. This is your personal memoir to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. No service is too small or insignificant. All submissions will be collated into an online publication in time for the 40th Anniversary Celebrations (11 & 12 October 2025). Submissions close on Sunda,y 31 August 2025. Submit here.

2026 Calendar Out Now!
The A2 four-page wall calendar is out now. You may purchase your copy from the Book Table or Radhanath’s Gifts. Cost: R60 each. 

Serve Sri Radha on Sri Radhashtami
Cake Offering
Would you like to bake a cake as a personal offering to Srimati Radharani? The cake darshan will be on Sunday, 31 August @10am. Booking is essential. Contact Nitya Manjari 073 023 3761 via WhatsApp only.
Note: No offerings will be accepted without a confirmed booking.
Maha Abhishek
Your opportunity to assist the pujaris of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath to bathe the Deities on the holy occasion of Sri Radhashtami. The sponsorship is R508. Book here. Queries: Bhakti Katha 061 464 5327 (WhatsApp only) or bhakti@iskcondurban.net.
Birthday Cards for Srimati Radharani
Cards will be offered on Sunday, 31 August from 9:30am

Week Ahead

Saturday 23 August
Transcendental Diaries @7:30am
with Her Grace Vaishnava Priya Dasi

Sunday 24 August
Caitanya Caritamrta Class @7:30am
with His Grace Smita Krishna Das

Love Feast @11am
Srimad Bhagavatam in Our Life
with His Grace Swarup Damodar Das

Monday 25 August
Unit 6/7 Nama-hatta @7pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
with His Grace Alanath Das
Venue: Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Reminders

Bhadra Purnima – Go to Goloka!
Wednesday 7 September
Please see the poster for full details.
Contact Radha Raman 076 587 9558 or Radha Damodar 079 888 5643 or
Induprabha 083 232 2757 or sankirtanoffice@iskcondurban.net

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
To book:
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net

Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Festival Guide

 Dear Friends

Celebrate Janmashtami with us at the Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple. Join us for a weekend filled with devotional music, dance & drama, delicious food, spiritual talks & more. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with Sri Krishna and experience the magic of Janmashtami with our vibrant community. Get ready for a memorable celebration!

Parking & Security
Your safety is vital. Metro Police, SAPS, and two private security companies, as well as ample car guards, will be visible during the festival. Guest parking on the Temple property grass will be available first-come, first-served. Once the Temple Parking is full, traffic will be diverted accordingly. Note that the shuttle service will run on Saturday, 16 August, from 6pm until Sunday, 17 August 1:30am.
Additional Secure Parking
Secure parking has been arranged at the following venues with a shuttle service to and from the festival drop-off zone:
City Treasury
Mosque Parking
Manpower Department Parking

Friday 15 August
Sri Krishna Janmashtami (Smarta)
Fruit, Flowers, Ghee Lamp Offerings & Gifts • 10am-5:30pm
Free Vegetarian Meals • 11am – 5:30pm
Gita Week Conclusion • 6pm-7:30pm
Sanskrit Verse Recital • Gita Katha • Tulasi Puja
Janmashtami Market • 11:30am -7:30pm
Govinda’s Snack Bar • Wisdom Books • Events & SSRRT Connect • Maha-prasad & Deity Sponorships

Saturday 16 August
Sri Krishna Janmashtami
Fast until midnight.
4:30am – Midnight

Temple Schedule
4:30am Mangal Arati & darshan of the Deities in Their 1st new outfit
5:15am Japa
7:15am Guru-puja to Srila Prabhupada
7:30am Greeting the Deities in Their 2nd new outfit
7:40am Class by His Grace Devadeva Das
9am-9pm • Public Offerings
You may offer gifts, jewellery, fruit & flowers, ghee lamps, cooking ingredients, & birthday cards to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath.
9:30pm Sri Krishna Janmashtami Maha Abhishek
Sponsorship: R1008
Contact: Bhakti-katha Dasi via Whatsapp 061 464 5327 or book here.
10:30pm Class by His Holiness Bhakti Brhad Bhagavata Swami
Midnight Darshan of the Deities in Their 3rd New Outfit

Janmashtami Maha Yagna @9:30am
Minimum donation: R108 per person
Contact: Bhakti-katha Dasi via Whatsapp 061 464 5327 or book here.

Free Vegetarian Meals • 10am-Midnight

Cultural Festival • 11:30am – Midnight
11:30am Kirtan by Ravindra Swarup Das
12:30pm North Indian Bhajans by Keeran Eshwarlal
1:30pm Dance by Verona Dance Academy
1:45pm Slide Show: Srila Prabhupada’s Books
2:15pm Music by Ana Productions
3:15pm Dance by Verona Dance Academy
3:30pm North Indian Bhajans by Thesigan Moodley & Troupe
4:30pm Dance by Radhe Shyam Dance Academy
4:40pm Poetry by Smita Krishna Das
5:00pm Slide Show: Food For Life SA
5:15pm Sanskrit Verse Recital by Bhaktivedanta College Children’s Classes
5:30pm Merilyn Dance Group
5:40pm Slide Show: Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple
5:50pm Dance by Radhe Shyam Dance Academy
6:00pm Bhajans by Krishnastami Das
7:00pm Drama: The Fulfilment of a Prophecy by Smita Krishna Das & Co.
7:20pm Slide Show: Sri Sri Radha Radhanatha Temple 40th Anniversary
7:30pm Bhagavad-Gita Class by Prema Bhakti Das (Ujjain, India)
8:15pm Drama: The Light of The Bhagavat by the Westville Nama-hatta
8:50pm Slide Show: Nama-hatta Focus
9:00pm Bharatanatyam Dance by Rasakeli Priya Dasi
9:10pm North Indian Bhajans by Trikaal Dhyan and Aap Ka Suraj
10:10pm South Indian Bhajans by Deshan Styler Naidoo
11:10pm Vaishnava Bhajans by Kanhaiya Das Singh
*The programme is subject to change.

Janmashtami Pop-up Stalls • 11:30am -10:30pm
Govinda’s Snack Bar • Face painting • Wisdom Books • Events & SSRRT Connect • Maha-prasad & Deity Sponsorships

Krishna’s Kids Activity • 11:30am – 8pm
Balloon Twisting, Face Painting, Games & Prizes, Treats, Krishna Lila Animation, Krishna’s Birthday Cake Cutting @5:30pm • Swing Boat Ride 

Bhakti Theatre’s Campfire Kirtan • 6:30pm – 10:30pm
Temple Gardens

My Janmashtami Challenge • 11:30am -11pm
Complete four challenges:
1. Prabhupada Lila Adventure
2. 108 Mantras
3. Floating Candle Prayers
4. SSRRT Quiz
On completion of each challenge, you will be awarded a colour-coded sticker to add to your scorecard. Use your completed scorecard to claim your prize. This challenge is open to everyone. You can enter as an individual, couple, family, or team. It will take approximately 45 minutes to complete the challenge.

Sunday 17 August
Sri Vyasa-puja of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Fast until midday.
The festival begins at 10am.

Offerings of Love
Anyone following the principles of Krishna consciousness and chanting Hare Krishna is invited to prepare bhoga offerings for Srila Prabhupada. Please hand in your offerings by 11am in the amphitheatre. Kindly note that no offerings will be accepted in polystyrene containers. You may purchase eco-packaging from Radhanath’s Gifts. You may also bring flowers, flower garlands, and cards.